16 Facts About Rhys Taylor

Rhys Taylor has played for Wales up to under-21 level.

Rhys Taylor attended Glan Afan Comprehensive School, Port Talbot, and later moved to the Richard Challoner School, New Malden.

Rhys Taylor joined Queens Park Rangers on loan in November 2009 until 4 January 2010.

Rhys Taylor joined League Two team Crewe Alexandra for pre-season training in June 2010 and an agreement was made for him to join the club on loan.

The loan was initially set to last for two months, with Rhys Taylor expected to gain first team experience as a replacement for injured goalkeeper Steve Phillips.

The loan period was converted into a season-long arrangement, with Rhys Taylor soon establishing himself as first-choice goalkeeper.

On 2 January 2012, Rhys Taylor moved to Rotherham United on a one-month loan deal.

Rhys Taylor returned to Chelsea at the end of League Two season after a successful spell at the club, playing 20 games.

Rhys Taylor never made a professional appearance for the Premier League side.

Ahead of a new season, Rhys Taylor signed a new contract with the club.

In May 2015 Rhys Taylor signed for League Two club Newport County.

Rhys Taylor made his debut for Newport on 1 September 2015 in the Football League Trophy first round match versus Swindon Town.

Rhys Taylor was released by Newport on 10 May 2016 at the end of his contract.

On 6 August 2016, Rhys Taylor joined National League North side AFC Fylde on a one-year deal.

Rhys Taylor was called up to the Wales under-21 squad at the age of 17 in 2008.

Rhys Taylor was identified by manager Brian Flynn to be one of the country's most promising future prospects.